Financial Advisory - Compliance Manager

Kestra Financial; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kestra Financial is seeking a senior compliance leader to oversee SEC registered investment adviser regulations, exams, filings, and internal controls. You will advise management on compliance risks and remediation actions, and prepare concise reports for senior leadership.

You will coordinate risk-based audits, monitor code of ethics adherence, and guide policy implementation across the firm while collaborating with regulators and auditors.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of SEC-registered investment adviser regulations, filings, and examination practices.
• Ability to interpret regulations and implement practical policies and monitoring.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with regulators, auditors, and management.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and process-improvement skills with sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEC regulatory examinations, including prep of materials and remediation tracking.
• Prepare and review regulatory filings such as Form ADV and Form CRS as applicable.
• Approve and oversee resolution of trade errors per regulatory requirements and firm policies.
• Review high-dollar transactions and third-party wire requests, escalating issues as needed.
• Monitor employee compliance with the firm's Code of Ethics and Compliance Manual.
• Plan and perform risk-based internal audits and compliance testing.
• Conduct annual compliance review and risk assessments, identifying gaps and improvements.
• Manage Investment Adviser Representative licensing and registration matters.
• Oversee insurance licensing, carrier appointments, renewals, and continuing education.
• Compile and analyze internal/external compliance information and coordinate with auditors.
• Research evolving federal/state requirements and advise on policy changes.
• Provide compliance guidance to employees and support policy implementation.

Skills

SEC regulations

Regulatory filings

Communication skills

Organization

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Process improvement

Time management

Computer skills

Compliance certification (IACCP)

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead with Purpose. Partner with Impact.

Leads the firm’s compliance program and promotes adherence to applicable Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requirements, other regulatory obligations, and the firm’s internal policies and procedures. Oversees regulatory examinations, filings, surveillance, testing, licensing, and escalation activities; advises management on compliance risks and required corrective actions; and prepares clear, accurate documentation and reports.

What You'll Do:

• Leads and coordinates SEC regulatory examinations, including preparing requested materials, managing responses, communicating with exam staff, and tracking remediation items through completion.
• Prepares, reviews, and submits required regulatory filings, including Form ADV Part 1, Form ADV Part 2A, Form ADV Part 2B, Form CRS, Form 13F, and Form 13H, as applicable.
• Approves, documents, and oversees the resolution of trade errors in accordance with regulatory requirements and firm policies.
• Reviews, approves, and monitors high-dollar transactions and third-party wire requests, escalating exceptions or concerns as appropriate.
• Monitors employee compliance with the firm’s Code of Ethics, Compliance Manual, and internal policies and procedures; escalates identified noncompliant activity in accordance with established protocols.
• Plans and performs risk-based internal audits and compliance testing - including but not limited to rollovers, client communications, books and records, client documentation, advisory fees and billing, and investment recommendations.
• Conducts and documents the firm’s annual compliance review and risk assessment, identifies control gaps and emerging risks, and recommends enhancements or corrective actions.
• Manages Investment Adviser Representative licensing and registration matters, including initial registrations, amendments, renewals, and related regulatory records.
• Oversees insurance licensing, carrier appointments, renewals, and continuing education requirements, and monitors timely completion and documentation.
• Compiles and analyzes internal and external compliance information; prepares management reports; and coordinates data and documentation requests across departments and with external auditors or regulators.
• Researches new and changing federal and state legal and regulatory requirements, assesses their impact on the firm, and advises management on necessary policy, procedure, training, or operational changes.
• Provides compliance guidance to employees, responds to questions and requests, supports implementation of compliance policies and procedure that strengthen the firm’s compliance program.
• Maintains professional knowledge through continuing education, regulatory updates, and relevant industry publications.

What You Bring:

• Strong knowledge of SEC-registered investment adviser regulations, filings, books and records, examination practices, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret regulations and implement practical policies, procedures, monitoring, and corrective actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience interacting with clients, advisors, regulators, auditors, management, and employees.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to maintain discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential information and paperwork.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-improvement skills with sound judgment and the ability to prioritize time-sensitive matters.
• Proactive, self-directed, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced financial services environment.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
• Compliance certification (IACCP) preferred.
• Collaborative team player with strong follow-through and accountability.